The Best Of Wine Tourism Awards recognise wineries in each of the Great Wine Capitals Global Network’s member cities for the excellence of their facilities, in seven different categories, from art and culture to sustainable wine tourism The Wine Tourism Ambassador...
Countryside dining at its finest at Kapokbos in the Cape Winelands, South Africa
In the heart of South Africa’s Cape Winelands in Bonnievale is a treasure trove of wine experiences that awaits you at Weltevrede Wine Estate.
Wine Town Stellenbosch
Stellenbosch – South Africa’s second oldest town and most inspiring wine, food, art and cultural destination. The scenic Stellenbosch Wine Route is the oldest in the country and one of the most popular destinations for local and international visitors alike.
Unveiling Weltevrede Wine Estate: Your Passport to Extraordinary Wine Adventures
Nestled within the heart of South Africa’s Winelands, a treasure trove of wine experiences awaits at Weltevrede Wine Estate. Crowned with the coveted Best Of Wine Tourism Award for Innovative Wine Tourism Experiences, this enchanting estate invites you to step into a world where tradition meets innovation, hospitality is an art form, and natural splendour takes your breath away.
Cape Town and the Cape Winelands confronting climate change
Climate change is expected to directly impact on South Africa’s mean annual temperature and rainfall ranges, influencing pest and disease distributions, flowering and fruiting seasons, and ground water resources. Climate change also impacts indirectly, through the growing awareness among consumers and the corresponding demand for carbon-efficient business processes. The agricultural sector is a large source of greenhouse gases (GHGs) through activities such as land-use change, agrochemical application and fossil fuel use.
WINETECH Innovation in South Africa
Winetech believes that ideas must be turned into value and that the scientific based research and development we support forms the foundation for wine industry innovation. The process of innovation itself requires operational readiness, strategic foresight and a sound ecosystem for success.
Wine Varieties found at the tip of Africa
The wine industry in South Africa is undergoing an exciting period of change, both in the vineyard and in the winery. Winemakers are experimenting with new varieties of vine, as well as new clones of existing varietals such as Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon. Large-scale experimentation with rootstocks is taking place to establish which planting material is particularly suited to conditions at the Cape, co-ordinated by the Vine Improvement Board.
Wine Tourism Conference 2023
The South African Wine Tourism conference is now in its seventh year and has become a must-attend event for the tourism industry in South Africa and internationally.
Experience a world in one place in the Cape Winelands…and then some wine
The wine regions in the Western Cape are known for more than their wine. From wide open spaces for adventure to unique accommodation and family friendly experiences, there’s a world to discover….and then some wine
Cultural gatherings in the Cape Winelands
Wine is more than just a product. It has the ability to bring people together. Wine is a celebration and coming together of people. We’ve put together a list of gatherings around wine
Ntsiki Biyela – an iconic South African winemaker
As one of South Africa’s iconic winemakers, Ntsiki Biyela has forged a path to become a highly respected and widely admired name in the world of wine